Fractions - Making a half activity - Presentation

In a series of interactive activities, students are introduced to the concept of fractions, specifically focusing on making a half. The lesson encourages children to understand the principle of sharing equally between two. They are presented with relatable scenarios, such as Tia and Rosie who have only one chocolate bar to share. The children are prompted to think about how the bar can be divided so that each person receives an equal amount, illustrating the idea of halving. Through practical examples, such as splitting a chocolate bar or selecting a pizza that has been cut into two equal pieces, students learn to identify when an object has been divided into halves correctly, ensuring each portion is of the same size.

Further activities challenge students to apply their understanding of halves to different shapes. They are asked to fold a square piece of paper in various ways to create two equal parts, emphasizing that the two resulting sections must be identical. The lesson also includes reasoning exercises where students evaluate different methods of dividing shapes and discuss which ones can be easily halved and why some shapes pose more of a challenge. The practical tasks not only engage students in hands-on learning but also provoke critical thinking as they draw and test out shapes to see if they can be folded equally in half, facilitating a deeper comprehension of fractions and equal distribution.